Josep Tabernero is the chair of the Scientific Council of the CaixaResearch Institute and the director of the Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO). He is one of Spain’s leading figures in cancer research and precision medicine.

His scientific career has focused primarily on gastrointestinal tumors and clinical research, with extensive participation in international trials and research projects. He has also held leadership roles in scientific societies and international networks related to cancer research and treatment.